A relaxed editing mode where empty constructs are not removed?

Not everyone needs to generate output from LyX.I find the app excellent for taking notes and the .lyx files are sufficient for that purpose. A relaxed editing mode would make LyX even more convenient to use for taking notes. In particular, it’s annoying to have empty constructs automatically d

Would LyX be a lot more popular if it were marketed as a note taking app?

I find it really nice to use for that purpose. And there’s no need to install TeX and/or export to LaTeX if all you are using it for is to take notes. Anyone else think LyX is great for taking notes and should be marketed as such?